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1932149433New York: Simon and Schuster Inc 1932. First edition of Gershwin’s classic songbook with stunning full-page illustrations by Constantin Alajalov. Quarto original half-cloth frontispiece photograph of Gershwin playing the piano taken by Maurice Goldberg profusely illustrated by Constantin Alajalov. In near fine condition. American composer and pianist George Gershwin’s orchestral compositions spanned the genres of popular jazz and classical music and are now considered to be some of the most important musical works of the twentieth century. Gershwin began his career composing Broadway theatre works with his brother Ira Gershwin and soon became a major figure in musical theatre in New York City and later Hollywood. Gershwin's classic Song-Book is illustrated with full-page color lithographic plates after Constantin Alajalov and includes such Gershwin standards as “Swanee†“Fascinating Rhythm†“That Certain Feeling†“The Man I Love†“Strike Up the Band†and “I Got Rhythm†among others. “In one of his few prose writings George provided an introduction for the song book. What is most important… is that it contained the original published version of each song followed side by side by George’s ‘improvised’ versions of the songs†Carnovale 14. Simon and Schuster Inc hardcover
193255367New York: Random House 1932. Near fine. Signed limited first edition - in a lovely modern Art Deco binding - from this "quintessentially American composer" whose music helped establish "the groundwork for the Great American Songbook" Cambridge Companion to Gershwin. SONG-BOOK presents piano music transcriptions of many of Gershwin's most beloved songs with colorful Art-Deco illustrations by Alajalov. Tunes include: "'S Wonderful" "Strike Up The Band" "Swanee" "The Man I Love" "Nobody But You" "Fascinating Rhythm" and "Oh Lady Be Good" among others. Published just one year after Gershwin was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in Music for his musical OF THE I SING a striking edition capturing one of the US's finest songwriters at the height of his powers and popularity. 12.5'' x 9''. Modern auburn full crushed morocco rebound to match style of original deluxe binding. Top edge gilt. Grey cloth endpapers. Photographic frontispiece of Gershwin at the piano by Maurice Goldberg. 4 xii 168 6 pages. "Mischa Yasha Toscha Sascha" booklet present pocket at rear. With an introduction by Gershwin and a foreword on Alajalov by Samuel M. Kootz. One of 300 numbered copies signed by Gershwin and Alajalov on the colophon this #233. Minor rubbing at extremities spine mildly sun darkened. Presents beautifully. Random House unknown
06561New York: Random House 1932. A Superb Association Copy Across Two Generations of Great Songwriters<br /> Signed by George Gershwin and Inscribed by Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse<br /> <br /> GERSHWIN George composer. George Gershwin's Song Book. Illustrated by Constantin Alajalov. New York: Random House 1932.<br /> <br /> Limited first edition one of 300 copies signed by George Gershwin and Alajalov this being copy No. 201.<br /> <br /> Large quarto 12 3/4 x 9 1/2 inches; 324 x 241 mm. Frontispiece portrait photograph of Gershwin at the piano by Maurice Goldberg. xii 160 pp. followed by an 8-page bibliography. Profusely illustrated with striking full-page color designs by Alajalov. Complete with the often-missing 8-page sewn booklet containing the song "Mischa Yascha Toscha Sascha" here preserved in the rear pocket.<br /> <br /> Publisher's full blue morocco expertly and almost invisibly rebacked with the original spine laid down covers decoratively ruled and lettered in gilt with characteristic sweeping gilt lines extending from spine and fore-edge blue endpapers top edge gilt. Front inner hinge with neat reinforcement. <br /> <br /> A handsome and well-preserved copy of a book seldom encountered in superior condition. Exceptionally accompanied by the original color pictorial dust jacket from the trade edition - an unusual and highly desirable survival.<br /> <br /> Additionally inscribed by Ira Gershwin on the limitation page: "To Leslie Bricusse / With unlimited admiration and affection / From Ira Gershwin / Beverly Hills June 1973."<br /> <br /> Accompanied by a loosely inserted fine typed letter signed TLS from Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse dated June 13 1973 in which Gershwin warmly congratulates Bricusse on his score for Feeling No Pain and notes with characteristic wit that he has "taken the liberty" of adding his signature to the page already signed by his brother and Alajalov humorously expressing the hope that this "doesn't decrease the value of the book."<br /> <br /> One of the most celebrated American musical publications of the twentieth century George Gershwin's Song Book represents the composer's work at its most refined and enduring. Issued in a luxurious limited format it brings together a selection of Gershwin's finest songs drawn from Broadway and Hollywood arranged for piano and voice and presented with the vivid and sophisticated color illustrations of Constantin Alajalov whose work lends the volume a distinctive Art Deco elegance.<br /> <br /> Signed examples are always sought after; however the present copy is elevated far beyond the norm by its remarkable association. The inscription from Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse links two of the most important figures in twentieth-century songwriting. Bricusse an Academy Award - winning lyricist and composer was responsible for such enduring works as Stop the World-I Want to Get Off The Roar of the Greasepaint The Smell of the Crowd Doctor Dolittle and Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory as well as songs including "What Kind of Fool Am I" "Feeling Good" "Goldfinger" and "Pure Imagination." Their longstanding friendship is reflected in the warmth of the inscription -"unlimited admiration and affection" - a phrase that speaks to genuine personal regard rather than formality.<br /> <br /> Provenance: From the collection of Leslie Bricusse assembled over many decades with the close involvement of David Brass who first met Bricusse in 1968 and remained a trusted advisor and friend until his death in 2021.<br /> <br /> A copy of exceptional depth and character: not merely a signed limited edition but a document of musical lineage linking the Gershwins to one of their most distinguished successors. Rarely does a copy so clearly embody both the artistic achievement of its creators and the enduring influence of their work. New York: Random House, 1932 unknown
06670New York: Simon and Schuster Inc. 1932. The Gershwin-Bricusse Connection Begins: A Foundational Association<br /> With Autograph Letter Signed from Ira Gershwin 1968<br /> <br /> GERSHWIN George. George Gershwin's Song Book. Illustrated by Constantin Alajalov. New York: Random House 1932. <br /> <br /> First trade edition. Folio 12 5/8 x 9 1/2 inches; 321 x 241 mm. xi 1 blank 1-3 4-167 1 blank pp. Illustrated throughout with Alajalov's striking Art Deco designs. Publisher's quarter orange cloth over tan buckram boards lettered in blue original glassine jacket. Spine slightly faded otherwise near fine - a handsome example of one of the great American songbooks of the 20th century.<br /> <br /> Loosely inserted is a fine autograph letter signed ALS from Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse dated November 4 1968 on his Beverly Hills stationery:<br /> <br /> "Dear Leslie<br /> Thank you for asking. I'm really flattered.<br /> Although I'm bothered by sciatica these days there are afternoons when I'm in pretty good shape.<br /> Would love to see you so do phone me soon some afternoon excuse internal rhyme and come by. <br /> The telephone # is 271-2824.<br /> O.K. And kindest regards<br /> Ira"<br /> <br /> A warm informal and characteristically witty note with its self-aware "internal rhyme" clearly marking the early stages of a personal relationship between Gershwin and Bricusse.<br /> <br /> George Gershwin's Song Book 1932 is among the most celebrated American music publications of its era presenting Gershwin's works in piano arrangements alongside Alajalov's sophisticated Art Deco illustrations. It stands as a landmark synthesis of music design and modern American culture. New York: Simon and Schuster, Inc., 1932 unknown
06674New York: Longmans Green & Co. 1938. From Gershwin to Bricusse"<br /> A Remarkable Association Pair Linking Two Generations of Great Songwriters<br /> With Inscriptions by Ira Gershwin and an Autograph Letter<br /> <br /> GERSHWIN George. GERSHWIN Ira. ARMITAGE Merle. George Gershwin. New York: Longmans Green & Co. 1938.<br /> <br /> Quarto 10 3/8 x 7 7/8 inches; 263 x 200 mm. xii 252 pp. Pictorial title printed in red and black 32 photogravure plates and portrait on blue paper. Publisher's original yellow and red cloth musical notation endpapers; very light wear to extremities an exceptionally bright near fine copy.<br /> <br /> Presentation copy inscribed by Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse:<br /> "who in turn inscribes it to brilliant Leslie Bricusse - With admiration and affection - Ira Gershwin - Beverly Hills February 1971."<br /> <br /> Loosely inserted is a warm autograph letter signed "Ira" on Gershwin stationery thanking Bricusse for Scrooge and referencing the present volume together with a note enclosing a program for the first memorial concert.<br /> <br /> WITH:<br /> <br /> GERSHWIN George. GERSHWIN Ira.<br /> George Gershwin Memorial Concert. Hollywood Bowl September 8 1937.<br /> <br /> Folio 12 1/4 x 9 1/4 inches. 16 pp. Illustrated. Original printed wrappers; near fine.<br /> <br /> Inscribed by Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse:<br /> "For Leslie B. From Ira G. / Feb. 1971 / Beverly Hills."<br /> <br /> A Musical Lineage in Print:<br /> A deeply evocative association set uniting three defining figures in American and British musical theater. The 1938 Armitage volume - long regarded as the most important early tribute to George Gershwin - is here transformed into a personal artifact through Ira Gershwin's inscription and accompanying letter to Leslie Bricusse.<br /> <br /> The accompanying 1937 Hollywood Bowl Memorial Concert program issued only weeks after Gershwin's death captures the immediate cultural response to his passing. Preserved for more than three decades it was later gifted by Ira to Bricusse - an act that resonates as a symbolic passing of the torch.<br /> <br /> That Ira Gershwin should present both the definitive early book on his brother and a contemporary memorial document to Leslie Bricusse - himself one of the great lyricists of the next generation - creates a compelling narrative of artistic continuity.<br /> <br /> The accompanying letter adds a further layer of intimacy revealing a warm collegial exchange between two masters of song.<br /> <br /> An Exceptional Association Copy - A rare convergence of:<br /> The key early Gershwin monograph 1938<br /> A contemporary memorial artifact 1937<br /> A signed presentation linking directly to Leslie Bricusse<br /> A supporting autograph letter providing context and warmth.<br /> <br /> Together these elements form a museum-level association grouping preserving a tangible thread between the golden age of American songwriting and its distinguished successor. New York: Longmans, Green & Co., , 1938 unknown
1932140940789New York: Simon and Schuster 1932. First Edition. Near Fine. First trade edition first printing. Signed by George Gershwin and dated in the year of publication. Bound in publisher's original orange cloth with umber cloth overlay on front cover lettered in blue. Near Fine with light fading and small stain to spine cloth light shelf wear and soiling to cloth. Pages toned hinge at dedication page is lightly exposed. A lovely copy signed by the composer with illustrations by Constantin Alajalov. Simon and Schuster unknown
1995Q-0739041576Alfred Music 1995-09-01. Sheet music. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Alfred Music unknown
1976Q-0769230954Alfred Publishing 1976-01-01. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Alfred Publishing paperback
1995Q-0769241735Alfred Music 1995-04-01. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Alfred Music paperback
1979Q-0769207316Alfred Publishing Co 1979-02-01. Sheet music. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Alfred Publishing Co unknown
40-16764New World Music Corporation. Paperback. Good. Good condition with wear and markings. New World Music Corporation paperback
40-16763G. Schirmer Inc. Paperback. Good. Good condition with wear and markings. G. Schirmer, Inc paperback
1996Q-1576237028Alfred Music 1996-12-01. Paperback. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Alfred Music paperback
Q-0571526845Alfred Music. sheet_music. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Alfred Music unknown
19321909112Random House 1932. Limited Edition. Hardcover. Very Good. Signed limited edition one of 300 signed by George Gershwin. In publisher's original leather covers. Random House hardcover
2000__0711947589Chester Music 2000. Sheet Music. New. 136 pages. 12.01x9.02x0.39 inches. Chester Music unknown
1932310443New York: Random House 1932. First Edition. One of 300 copies signed by Gershwin and Alajalov. Frontispiece portrait of Gershwin at piano and numerous full-page illustrations by Alajalov. 167 3pp. 1 vols. 4to. Original full dark blue publisher's morocco decorated with "Art-Deco" style gilt stamped rules. Fine in a custom red half morocco slipcase and chemise. First Edition. One of 300 copies signed by Gershwin and Alajalov. Frontispiece portrait of Gershwin at piano and numerous full-page illustrations by Alajalov. 167 3pp. 1 vols. 4to. Containing the words and music to some of the best known American music ever written: "Lady be Good" "I Got Rhythm" "Swanee." The list goes on and on. The whole book is further enhanced by the charming Art-Deco illustrations by Alajalov.<br /> <br /> This Deluxe Edition is signed by the composer and the artist. Random House unknown
1995DADAX0769241735Alfred Music 1995-04-01. Two Piano ed. paperback. New. 8.60x0.20x11.70. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy. Alfred Music paperback
1996DADAX1576237028Alfred Music 1996-12-01. paperback. New. 8.75x0.25x11.50. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy. Alfred Music paperback
05862Garden City New York: Doubleday & Company Inc. 1987. From the Gershwin Circle - An Advance Proof with Hollywood Reach<br /> A Pre-Publication Copy of the Definitive Gershwin Biography with Publisher's Appeal to Liza Minnelli<br /> <br /> GERSHWIN George. JABLONSKI Edward. Gershwin. Garden City New York: Doubleday & Company Inc. 1987.<br /> <br /> First edition. Advance Uncorrected Proof. Octavo 9 5/8 x 6 5/8 inches; 244 x 168 mm. 2 xviii 1-419 1 blank pp.<br /> <br /> Publisher's original pink wrappers front cover and spine lettered in black. A fine unusually well-preserved example.<br /> <br /> Loosely inserted is an original typed letter on Doubleday letterhead dated May 11 1987 signed by Harold Kuebler Senior Editor and addressed to:<br /> <br /> Liza Minnelli<br /> c/o Creative Management Associates<br /> New York<br /> The letter announces the forthcoming publication of Edward Jablonski's biography and solicits Minnelli's endorsement noting: Jablonski's nearly fifty-year engagement with the Gershwin circle; His correspondence with Ira Gershwin; Use of Gershwin Archives material interview tapes and unpublished photographs and the publisher's hope that Minnelli might provide a supporting quotation.<br /> Stamped "Received May 22 1987 Michael R. Black" indicating internal agency handling.<br /> <br /> An appealing and context-rich pre-publication artifact linking the scholarly authority of Edward Jablonski with the living performance tradition of Gershwin interpretation embodied by Liza Minnelli.<br /> <br /> Advance Uncorrected Proofs are by nature ephemeral - produced in small numbers for reviewers insiders and promotional outreach. What elevates this example is the surviving publisher's letter which captures a precise moment in the book's launch strategy: Doubleday actively seeking validation from leading performers closely associated with the American musical canon.<br /> <br /> Minnelli as daughter of Judy Garland and a major interpreter of the Great American Songbook represents exactly the sort of cultural authority the publisher hoped to enlist. The letter thus provides a fascinating window into the marketing and reception of Gershwin's legacy in the late twentieth century. Garden City, New York: Doubleday & Company, Inc., 1987 unknown
13928LONDON HALE 1962. FIRST ENGLISH EDITION VERY GOOD. 1st Edition. LONDON, HALE, 1962 unknown
2007SONG1596150777Music Minus One 2007-08-01. paperback. Used: Good. 9.00x0.17x12.00. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy. Music Minus One paperback
1995Q-0769259685Alfred Publishing 1995-09-01. Paperback. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Alfred Publishing paperback
2001Q-0757900607Alfred Music 2001-01-01. Paperback. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Alfred Music paperback
2001Q-0757900534Alfred Music 2001-01-01. Paperback. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Alfred Music paperback
